Apple has completely ended hardware support for the 2017 model 12-inch Retina MacBook. The model has been added to the company's "obsolete products" list, meaning repair services will no longer be provided at Apple service centers, and spare parts will no longer be supplied to independent repair providers.
According to Apple's policy, products are generally included in this category approximately seven years after their last retail sale date. Therefore, the end of service support for the 12-inch MacBook, which was last released in 2017, is considered an expected step in terms of the timeline.
First introduced in 2015, the 12-inch MacBook represented a significant era in Apple's laptop design. Features such as the Retina display, haptic Multi-Touch trackpad, USB-C port, and the controversial butterfly keyboard were highlighted with this model.
Weighing 920 grams, the device was lighter and thinner than current MacBook models, with a body that tapered to 3.5 mm at its thinnest point. However, the performance of its Intel-based low-power processors was one of the most criticized aspects of the device.
While the 12-inch MacBook's silent operation, screen quality, and speakers were appreciated by users, Apple did not offer a direct new model in this class. The company's transition to Apple Silicon processors had occasionally created expectations regarding whether a similar form factor might return.
As part of the same update, Apple also added the 6th generation iPad (Wi-Fi and Wi-Fi + Cellular models) and BeatsX headphones to its list of obsolete products. Service support through Apple will no longer be provided for these products either.
News Source: 12punto
